The Worst Celeb Beauty Moments Of 2026 (So Far)

Sometimes a gorgeous gown might distract from messy beauty choices, but don't worry — we're always looking. Hair and makeup on the red carpet can often make or break a look, depending on the quality. While there aren't any set rules for beauty, there are some key points that most people are aware of. Certain necklines deserve an up-do, avoid flashback face powders at all costs (unless you want to serve a ghostly vibe), and always walk with confidence because half the time, that's what sells the look.

So far, 2026 has provided us with some show-stopping red carpet looks, in both good and bad ways. Not everyone can be "One Battle After Another" star Teyana Taylor, who has consistently looked gorgeous while taking fashion risks on every single red carpet she graces. "Sinners" actor Wunmi Mosaku has also had a stellar year, showing out in bright colors and beautiful, glowy skin. Amongst the Taylors and Mosakus of Hollywood lie some of 2026's not-so-great glam choices, from messy hair to packed-on foundation.

The American Music Awards were jam-packed with reality television stars this year. This might be due to the fact that the AMAs is arguably one of the least serious award shows of the season, due to its fan-voting metrics. While some nominated musicians weren't in attendance, Lisa Barlow of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" made an appearance with her husband, looking a bit orange. The fake tan coupled with her curved eyebrows and pinkish-brown lip color made this red carpet look seem a bit overdone (and like she stayed in the sun too long).

It's difficult to be mad at Lisa Rinna's glamour. On one hand, she serves camp in a way that almost no other person walking a red carpet would ever be brave enough to do, but on the other hand, some looks just don't work. On the red carpet for the Elton John AIDS Foundation's annual Academy Awards Viewing Party, Rinna arrived in hair and a lot of it. Her hairy dress certainly made a statement, but it was her face and hair (on her head) that stole the spotlight in a negative way. The electrocuted sticking-up hairstyle and her harsh smoky eye screamed diva caught in a lab explosion rather than diva on the red carpet.

At least Hudson Williams broke the curse of men serving absolutely nothing at the Met Gala but boring suits and tuxes. The "Heated Rivalry" star certainly gets points for trying, but at what cost? The internet was abuzz after Williams walked the red carpet with this messy eye look. His makeup artist, Aika Flores, told Harper's Bazaar that the inspiration came from "Black Swan." The bold, sweeping eyeshadow is meant to represent "a journey where innocence gives way and grace takes on a darker edge." This transformation, however, seems to take no part in this smudgy look, as both sides appear equally as messy despite the purposeful asymmetry.

Patrick Schwarzenegger's Met Gala look made it apparent that facial hair just might not be for him. The actor arrived with a greasy hairstyle and the vague whisper of a mustache that almost looks painted on. Unfortunately, the fragile mustache is a trend that's plagued the Gen Z crowd for a while now, and it doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon. His hair appears to be styled in a way that looks wet, but the stringy texture of his face-framing pieces made it look wet with grease rather than water.

It's safe to say that this Kim Kardashian look, another example of her ever-changing appearance, might haunt the rest of 2026 as one of the reality star's worst days for glamour. Kardashian also kept this messy hair trend afloat during her Met Gala appearance, but at least that look wasn't paired with the icy blue contacts that plagued her Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty look. Her contacts were framed with a charcoal black smokey eye. The heavier eye makeup and foundation didn't pair well with her pale lip color. Finally, there's the hair, with flyaways that speak for themselves.

Gigi Hadid bared it all with a see-through Miu Miu dress and a bare face to match for the Met Gala. With celebrities like Heidi Klum around the corner in hyper-realistic statue makeup, Hadid's simple maquillage was easy to overlook. However, she wasn't entirely fresh-faced. She appeared to be wearing minimal eye makeup and under-eye concealer, while her more obvious lipstick was a shade that felt much too safe. The blush placement worked against her facial features, dragging her cheekbones down rather than lifting them. Overall, it was a look that might suit a trip to the grocery store, not the Met Gala red carpet, especially with a dress that doesn't sell the look.

On the opposite side of the beauty spectrum, Jennifer Lopez's harsh 2026 Golden Globes makeup could be spotted a mile away. Lopez's impressive abs in her skintight nude gown could only distract from her makeup for so long. Her beat was intense, with dark contour dominating her face instead of enhancing her naturally high cheekbones. The contour color didn't seem to blend well with her lighter concealer and foundation, creating a muddy look. The heavy-handed makeup settled into every nook and cranny on Lopez's skin, highlighting all forms of texture, especially around her eyes. Along with this, her winged eyeliner made her eyes look slightly droopy rather than snatched.